You Are Describing the "Time-Out" Verification Procedure to a Nursing

question 19

Multiple Choice

You are describing the "time-out" verification procedure to a nursing orientee.Which statement by the orientee indicates a good level of understanding? (Select all that apply.)

• A) The time-out is done at the start of every invasive procedure.
• B) The time-out prevents wrong site errors.
• C) The time-out prevents wrong patient errors.
• D) The time-out is done by the surgeon.
• E) The time-out is required by The Joint Commission (TJC).

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